Ganciclovir Ophthalmic Gel - Virson 1.5 Mg Eye Gel

5 gm Gel in 1 Tube

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Manufactured by: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Contains / Salt: Ganciclovir (1.5 mg)

Ganciclovir Information

Ganciclovir is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Ganciclovir have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Ganciclovir depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Ganciclovir Benefits & Uses

Ganciclovir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Ganciclovir Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Ganciclovir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ganciclovir is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Difficulty breathing
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Hepatitis
Memory problems
Blurred vision

Mild

Itching or burning
Eye irritation
Diarrhoea
Chills
Irritability
Cough
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Loss of appetite
Infection
Nausea or vomiting
Dry eyes

Ganciclovir Related Warnings

Is the use of Ganciclovir safe for pregnant women?

Ganciclovir has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ganciclovir without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Ganciclovir safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Ganciclovir. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Ganciclovir on the Kidneys?

Ganciclovir rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ganciclovir on the Liver?

Using Ganciclovir does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ganciclovir on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ganciclovir for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ganciclovir with Other Drugs

Ganciclovir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amphotericin B

Probenecid

Cyclosporin

Imipenem,Cilastatin

Bleomycin

Ganciclovir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ganciclovir unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ganciclovir

Is this Ganciclovir habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ganciclovir is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ganciclovir can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ganciclovir only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ganciclovir cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ganciclovir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ganciclovir

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ganciclovir to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ganciclovir

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ganciclovir.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ganciclovir

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 801

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